Hepatic resection for metastatic endometrioid carcinoma

Abstract Background The role of hepatic resection for gynaecological tumours is not well defined as evidence on the subject is lacking. This article describes a tertiary hepatopancreatobiliary unit's experience with hepatic resection for liver metastases from endometrioid primaries. Methods Five women in whom liver metastases developed at 11 months to 10 years post-primary resection are presented. These patients subsequently underwent hepatic resection with disease-free survival of 8–66 months post-resection. Results Outcomes in this patient series support hepatic resection in the face of isolated liver metastasis. Conclusions The authors advocate that patients with hepatic deposits should be referred to specialist hepatobiliary units with a view towards hepatic resection and a subsequent good outcome.